Are you new to birding? Need help getting started? Birding is a great way to get outside to explore nature, learn more about wildlife and wildlife behavior, hone your observation skills, reduce stress, and connect with others. Join naturalist Jeff Babson for a casual birding experience to familiarize yourself with birding basics. Loaner binoculars available....
Boyce Thompson Arboretum has been named an Important Bird Area by the National Audubon Society, serving as a habitat for numerous species of birds. Join our beginner-friendly guided walk to explore this unique landscape with a variety of bird species. Tours are subject to availability. Registration is first come, first serve. To register for a...
October is spooky season, and the Sonoran Desert has some of the spookiest critters you can find anywhere! Snakes, scorpions, spiders, centipedes and bats all make their homes right here in our parks, and we will have a selection of these animals on hand for you to meet. But remember, while spooky to some, all...
Created for a younger audience in mind (8 years or older), earlier in the day. But you don’t have to be a homeschooler. If you’re a teen and this time works for you, please join us. No experience necessary. Join us and learn how to code. Use variables, loops, conditionals, debugging strategies and more. Build your own...
Come put a spooky twist on one of our most loved programs! Stop by and design, mix, and take home your own slime. Ages 5 - 12
Calling all LEGO Masters! Join us each month as we create and display amazing LEGO creations. Don't forget to bring your creativity; you'll need it! •5-8 year olds with guardian/parent •Space is limited, registration is required! Please register only the child(ren) attending the program. •Check in with staff outside the Story Time room door. Anyone...
Looking for something to do on early-out Wednesdays? Come join us for a different activity each week; craft projects, science projects, games and more. Ages 6 - 13
Do you love arts and crafts, games, and science experiments? Join us each week for hands-on activities designed to spark your imagination and creativity! All supplies are provided. Some activities might get a little messy! This intergenerational program welcomes kids, tweens, and families. Learn, explore, and create together in Create Club! Ages 6 - 13
Have a spooktacular time while learning new skills! With pumpkins, candies, and crafts galore! No registration required but space is limited. This program is for curious ghouls ages 6-12.
Come explore your creative side at the library with LEGO®. Children can either follow a monthly theme or build from their imaginations. LEGO® and Duplo® blocks will be provided. Ages 5-12.
Our classic live star talk has been taken over by a spooky twist. Learn about the darker astronomical stories and myths of the night sky and its mysterious constellations, all from a Tucson perspective. As a bonus to this special event, all ticket holders will be able to visit our Science Exhibits throughout the evening,...
Come build with us! Folks of all ages are welcome to dig into our massive piles of LEGO® bricks and let their imaginations run wild. We've got Duplo blocks on hand for our littlest builders, too! No registration needed — just drop in. Light refreshments provided while supplies last. Ages 3 - 18
LEGOs are fun for the whole family! You’ll build with LEGOs of all sizes. Display your LEGO creation at the library for all to enjoy! LEGO Clubs helps improve math skills, science skills, literary skills, social skills, and problem-solving skills. Ages 3 - 18
STEAM is an acronym for “Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math.” Our STEAM Club brings creativity, problem-solving, logic, and experimentation together – which suits many ways of learning and allows children to explore and experiment while having fun! Come explore new STEAM topics with us each week! Ages 6 - 17
Join us every Wednesday for a free form, brick building, engineering extravaganza! Ages 3-12
Join us in MACH2 for WeDo Wednesdays: LEGO Robotics. Ready to build moving robots, learn how motors work, and do basic programming? WeDo Wednesdays is the place for you! For kids ages 7-12 or older kids diving into LEGOS or programming for the first time - use WeDo Kits to build and program animals, critters,...
Explore physics, measurement, and engineering with a spooky twist! Launch candy pumpkins, stretchy skeletons, and other creepy crawlies across the room using this easy DIY Halloween catapult. Space is limited, so please see a staff person 30 minutes prior to the start of the program to pick up a ticket which will be your registration....
Join us in the MACH1 Makerspace and learn the basics of 3D modeling using Tinkercad, a free online 3D modeling site. 3D Modeling skills can be applied to video game design, animation, CAD, and more! This program is for children ages 8-17 and their families. Basic keyboard and mouse skills are required. Space is limited - first come, first served. Do...
Experience the universe up-close with our state-of-the-art 24-inch Dyer Telescope. This private, personalized expedition across the stars lasts 75 minutes and offers an exclusive opportunity to view the cosmos through Lowell Observatory’s newest telescope. Because of the sophistication and speed of the 24-inch Dyer Telescope, our specially trained educators can offer you an impressive number...